Phnom Penh to Vientiane

Phnom Penh to Vientiane

Phnom Penh
Vientiane
Jan 16, 2026
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Phnom Penh to Vientiane Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
China Eastern Airlines
Economy
00:10
17:50
$1,791.24
Bus
Asia Van Transfer
Express
04:30
08:00
$92.00
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
06:40
17:45
$246.06
Flight
Vietnam Airlines
Economy
07:00
10:45
$348.97
Flight
Sky Angkor Airlines
Economy
07:20
12:40
$233.54
Flight
Cambodia Airways
Economy
07:45
22:20
$545.34
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
08:15
22:20
$199.04
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
08:35
17:45
$464.87
Flight
China Southern Airlines
Economy
09:00
18:40
$1,269.67
Flight
Bangkok Airways
Economy
09:25
19:45
$2,363.26
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:45
14:20
$222.00
Flight
Cambodia Airways
Economy
10:05
15:35
$249.04
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
10:35
10:55
$312.84
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
10:55
21:50
$210.66
Flight
Xiamen Airlines
Economy
11:50
10:35
$443.84
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
12:10
22:20
$296.55
Flight
Xiamen Airlines
Economy
12:30
10:35
$726.54
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
12:55
21:50
$193.05
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
13:30
19:15
$480.15
Flight
Vietnam Airlines
Economy
13:50
10:45
$265.34

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Vientiane

Facts about the transport from Phnom Penh to Vientiane

Cheapest Transport$60
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure9:15 PM
Departures per day21
Distance1700 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsia Van Transfer, Cambodia Airways, Lana Express, Lao Airlines, Sarah Transport, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Airlines

How to get from Phnom Penh to Vientiane

When you want to get from Phnom Penh to Vientiane, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 645.92. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 60.00.

How far is Phnom Penh from Vientiane?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phnom Penh to Vientiane. Your trip will be a total of 1057 miles (1700 km). The flying distance is 794 miles (1276 km).

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Vientiane?

The travel time from Phnom Penh to Vientiane can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 34 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Phnom Penh to Vientiane?

The cost of the trip from Phnom Penh to Vientiane varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Lana Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 60.00 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 645.92.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Phnom Penh to Vientiane:

  • Bus tickets - USD 60.00 to USD 60.00;
  • Van price : USD 61.00;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 98.00. From Phnom Penh to Vientiane starting from 04:30 Phnom Penh Maneth Transportation until 04:30 Phnom Penh Maneth Transportation
  • Plane tickets - USD 193.00 to USD 646.00;

How many trips per day are there between Phnom Penh and Vientiane?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Phnom Penh to Vientiane depart during the day - there are approximately 18 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:30. There are 2 available bus trips every day.
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Phnom Penh to Vientiane starting from 04:30 Phnom Penh Maneth Transportation until 04:30 Phnom Penh Maneth Transportation

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Phnom Penh to Vientiane. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 193.00.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Phnom Penh to Vientiane

Cambodia Airways, Lao Airlines, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Phnom Penh to Vientiane is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Phnom Penh to Vientiane. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Phnom Penh to Vientiane.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Phnom Penh to Vientiane

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phnom Penh to Vientiane? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 34% opted for a van.
  • 33% decided to go for a bus.
  • 24% users took a plane.
  • 9% chosen Bus+Van